By: Dov Oshri
Flowers and chocolates might be great for romance,
but exercising 4-5 times a week may be what you
need to heat up your sex life. Study after study shows
that exercise can improve sexual function for both
men and women.
"Regular exercise may enhance sexuality through a
variety of mechanisms that affect both the mind and
body," said Dr. Cedric Bryant, chief exercise physiologist for the American Council on Exercise "Physical improvements in muscle strength and tone, endurance, body composition and cardiovascular function (specifically, enhanced peripheral blood flow) can all enhance sexual functioning. Be careful not to over-train; too much exercise can actually decrease testosterone levels leading to a less-robust sexual appetite."
Studies Show Exercise Maintains or Improves Your Sex Life Exercise
Enhances Self-Image and Sexual Satisfaction: An October 2004 article in the Electronic Journal of Human Sexuality concluded that individuals who exercise regularly feel better about themselves, perceive they are more sexually desirable and experience greater levels of satisfaction.
Exercise Can Improve Erections and Reduce Risk of Impotence:
The August 2003 issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine published results of a study that found exercise can add years to a man's sex life and lower chances of impotence. Researchers looked at men over the age of 50 and found those who were physically active reported better erections with a 30 percent lower risk of impotence than men who were inactive. Exercise Improves Erectile Dysfunction: In the June 2004 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association, researchers from the University of Naples reported that lifestyle modifications, improve erectile dysfunction in obese men.
Boost Your Sex Life With Exercise
"Sexual function is affected by general health and the more you can do to improve your health with physical activity, the better your sex life can be," said Bryant. "Exercise has psychological benefits as well such as stress reduction, improved self-esteem, elevated mood and increased confidence that can also contribute to a more enriched sex life."
My motto is ... "Exercise Every Day...Keeps ED Away"
